Write Now Coach! Blog by Rochelle Melander

June 27, 2017 Note From Rochelle Dear Readers, Do you wish you had a great big group of people cheering you on to finish your book, sort of like you do during National Novel Writing Month? Guess what? The same people who offer NaNoWriMo also run Camp NaNoWriMo.... Read More

20 Jun 2017

Author Interviews

Writers@Work: Interview with Debut Novelist J. Mercer

June 20, 2017 Note From Rochelle Dear Readers, It’s almost time! The Write-A-Thon Critique and Coaching Group starts Wednesday, June 28. If you need accountability, feedback on your writing, and tools to overcome writer’s block, sign up today at the Group Coaching page. Today I’m delighted to welcome... Read More

16 Jun 2017

Events

Write Now! Coach Announcement: Critique and Coaching Group

Hey readers! I’m so excited about this summer’s critique and coaching group. A few years ago, I joined a critique group and shared my novel for children. My colleagues helped me shape my book into something I could sell. In addition, having the critique group deadline pushed me to work... Read More

13 Jun 2017

Professional Writer

How to Test Market Your Book Idea

June 13, 2017 Note From Rochelle Dear Readers, We’ve been talking about how to overcome excuses, get unstuck, and write! If you need feedback on your writing, weekly accountability, and tools to help you overcome obstacles, sign up for this summer’s Write-A-Thon Critique and Coaching Group. Not only will you... Read More

06 Jun 2017

Writers Read

#WritersRead: Favorite Authors Recommend Books

June 6, 2017 Note From Rochelle Dear Readers, We’ve been talking about how to overcome excuses, get unstuck, and write! If you need feedback on your writing, weekly accountability, and tools to help you overcome obstacles, sign up for this summer’s Write-A-Thon Critique and Coaching Group. Not only... Read More

30 May 2017

Write Now! Weekly Writing Tip

When Being Stuck Leads to Success

May 30, 2017 Note From Rochelle Dear Readers, I’m super-excited to share with you a new product from my friend and fellow writer K.M. Weiland. She has just come out with an extremely helpful computer program, the Outlining Your Novel Workbook, based on her acclaimed book of the same... Read More

23 May 2017

Productivity

Dump Your Excuses and Write The Book

Dump Your Excuses and Write the Book By Rochelle Melander This past weekend, I came across an interview with author Jane Yolen, who has been chosen to receive the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America’s [SFWA] Damon Knight Grand Master award. In the article, she said: “Don’t worry... Read More

16 May 2017

Write Now! Weekly Writing Tip

Write Now! Tip: Musings on Purpose and Writing

May 16, 2017 Note From Rochelle Dear Readers, I’m celebrating my birthday this week! I started the week by running in the Run Like a Mother 5K. I’ll also spend time visiting favorite art museums and gardens, making art, seeking beauty and inspiration. I’ll also take time... Read More